more of
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—used to say that one way of describing a person or thing is better or more accurate than another
It's more of a guess than an estimate.
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In 18 states, one insurer has 75% or more of the large-group health insurance marketplace, according to KFF data.
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Alana Semuels, Time, 15 July 2025
These days, Joshua is more of an Olipop man, opting for the carbonated, probiotic option that’s high on fiber and low on sugar, with functional ingredients that support your microbiome and digestive health.
—Moná Thomas, People.com, 15 July 2025
Unlike pickleball and padel—activities Wilson picked up while traveling and brought home with him—golf was more of a challenge for the actor to learn ahead of his role in Stick.
—Alexandra Hurtado, Travel + Leisure, 14 July 2025
House to vote on Pentagon funding bill The House this week is scheduled to vote on a bill to fund the Pentagon for fiscal year 2026, as Republicans look to pass more of their full-year spending bills ahead of the Sept. 30 government funding deadline.
—Mychael Schnell, The Hill, 14 July 2025
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Alana Semuels, Time, 15 July 2025
These days, Joshua is more of an Olipop man, opting for the carbonated, probiotic option that’s high on fiber and low on sugar, with functional ingredients that support your microbiome and digestive health.
—Moná Thomas, People.com, 15 July 2025
Unlike pickleball and padel—activities Wilson picked up while traveling and brought home with him—golf was more of a challenge for the actor to learn ahead of his role in Stick.
—Alexandra Hurtado, Travel + Leisure, 14 July 2025
House to vote on Pentagon funding bill The House this week is scheduled to vote on a bill to fund the Pentagon for fiscal year 2026, as Republicans look to pass more of their full-year spending bills ahead of the Sept. 30 government funding deadline.
—Mychael Schnell, The Hill, 14 July 2025
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“More of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/more%20of. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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